How to install WordPress from your web hosting control panel

Ready to launch your website or blog but feeling overwhelmed by the technical side? Don't worry! Learn how to install WordPress from your web hosting control panel. It’s easier than you might think. You can follow the step-by-step instructions so you can get your site up and running in no time.

No required design or coding skills to create a website with WordPress. You can select from multiple design templates and themes to create your website. You can also use plugins and widgets to easily customize your website or blog easily.

Installing WordPress

Follow the instructions below to install WordPress from your web hosting control panel.

1. Log in to your Account Manager via https://www.networksolutions.com/my-account/login.
2. On the left side of the page, select Hosting.
   
   
    
   Note: If you have more than one hosting package, click the Manage button beside the package you want to access.
3. Scroll down to the Configurations section and select the Softaculous option.
   
   
    
4. The Softaculous control panel will open in a new window with the top scripts you can install.
5. Go to the WordPress tile and click Install.
   
   
    
6. The installation page will be shown. Scroll down to the Site Settings and Admin Account sections.
7. Double-check the details of each section, such as your site name, admin username, password, and email.
   
   
    
   Important: Make sure to change the password set before installing.
8. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click Install.
   
   
    
9. You will be routed to a page where it shows the installation progress.
   
   
    
   Important: Do not leave the page until the progress bar reaches 100%.
10. A congratulations message will appear once the installation is complete.
    
    
     
    Note: On this page, you will be provided with your temporary WordPress URL and WP admin login URL.

You have successfully installed WordPress on your web hosting package.

Review

Great Job! You have learned the art of installing WordPress from your web hosting control panel. And now, the real fun begins. Get down to modify your site, key in more information and express yourself out there.